Who doesn’t love a good deal, especially when it comes to eyeglasses? Glasses can be expensive depending on a lot of factors, such as the brand and the required prescription. Sometimes, it’s just easier for you to pick up a ready-made pair of glasses from the drugstore and be on your way. You can also […]
It’s well-known that eyesight tends to deteriorate with age. Of course, cataracts are a major contributing factor. It’s estimated that 68 percent of people over the age of 79 have some degree of cataract formation in their eyes. Cataract risk in men and women also increases with diabetes. While women experience cataracts more frequently than […]
If you’re still in school and feel your eyes deteriorating, you’re not alone. Maybe you have trouble seeing things at a distance, but your vision is fine up close. This condition is called myopia, and it is pretty common. However, the reasons behind it are varied. In fact, according to a recent study, the severity […]
Most people know the feeling. You stayed up too late last night, once again. Maybe it was because your Netflix binge was getting too good, or you just couldn’t put your book down. Or, maybe your kids or pet had a tough night. Either way, you stumble into the office, toss back the strongest coffee […]
When we start noticing vision changes, especially drastic changes, it’s a pretty common response to head to the eye doctor to see what’s up. One of the most common problems people seek help for is blurry vision. Understanding the causes behind blurry vision is key to getting proper treatment. And, one of the most common […]
Most people recognize the importance of knowing their family medical history. We know that if there is a history of cancer or diabetes in our family, there are certain tests we should get more often. But, do you know that you should also be aware of your family’s eye health history? There are some eye […]
Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. This is partially because cataracts themselves are so pervasive. More than half of Americans over the age of 80 have some degree of cataract formation in their eyes. With so many people experiencing the effects of this eye condition, it is even more important that […]
In a world increasingly dependent on computers and technology, nearly everyone is putting serious strain on their eyes. Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a problem involving your eyes and vision that occurs when you spend too much time on the computer. Going by this definition, nearly everyone in the world suffers from CVS. If you […]
It’s no secret that vision issues are common. According to the World Health Organization, over 2.2 billion people currently suffer from vision impairment or blindness. More importantly, out of those 2.2 billion, one billion could have saved their vision naturally if their problems had been addressed sooner. The vast majority of these people experiencing vision […]
You’re staring at a blank wall when you notice small moving figures. They seem to squirm and squiggle across the wall. What is going on? These weird shapes and squiggles are often called “floaters.” They can be especially alarming if you’ve never noticed them before. However, it’s perfectly normal to see some floaters when you […]
